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Dig into the History of Cape Breton

Join Blackwood Tours at the Port of Sydney, Cape Breton for a scenic journey around Baddeck, Iona, and the Highland Village, Nova Scotia! The surrounding area tour of Baddeck involves touring the scenic Bras d’Or Lakes to Christmas Island, Iona, Little Narrows Ferry, and Baddeck. As we travel along the Bras d’Or Lakes, we visit the Nova Scotia Highland Village of Iona, which depicts the early life and culture of the Scottish settlers who came here from the Barra region of Scotland.

From Iona, we travel along the Bras d’Or lakes and then take a short ferry ride at Little Narrow’s ferry as we proceed into the scenic village of Baddeck. In Baddeck, you will visit the museum of the inventor of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell , and view the first telephone he created along with many other items. This picturesque tour of Baddeck also features a lovely waterfront to take a walk and numerous gift shops to visit.

Usually, we have lunch in Baddeck (if needed) at a restaurant specializing in seafood and other traditional favorites.  We’ll have you back in time for your next destination after this fun, historical tour of Baddeck and the surrounding areas.

Interested in Baddeck tours, one of the most popular areas of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia? Check out our options for booking a private Cape Breton cruise ship shore excursion tours leaving from the Port of Sydney NS. Many of the popular cruise ship shore tours offered by Blackwood Tours are Baddeck Tours , Cabot Trail Tours , or Fortress of Louisburg Tours, Cape Breton.

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Your guide will meet you at the dock as soon as you pass through the security gate on the dock. Just go to your left, and they will be wearing a red shirt and holding a Blackwood Tours sign. You will have 30 minutes to find your guide. We ask that you exit the ship as soon as you can so nobody is waiting too long to start their tour.

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These top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia will help make the most of your time in port. There are so many unforgettable experiences to choose from the choice will be difficult.

This Canadian city is located on Cape Breton Island, one of the most beautiful islands in North America.

Once you have made the journey to Cape Breton Island , “your heart will never leave”.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National Park offers spectacular scenery of rugged coastlines with incredible ocean vistas, rolling highlands and canyons. The Cabot Trail scenic highway winds through this beautiful national park.

Explore some of the 26 hiking trails in the park.

Top things to do on Cape Breton Island - enjoy the breathraking views Parks Canada Scott Munn-33

Friends take a selfie as the sun sets at an interpretive look-off on the Vieux Chemin du Cap Rouge, Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Photo Credit: Parks Canada / Scott Munn©

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site looks at the significant contributions made by the famous inventor, Alexander Graham Bell.

The scientist, born in Scotland, is most well-known for his invention of the telephone.

Bell also contributed to the aviation field, helping with Canada’s first powered flight and also building giant kites. He and his wife created the hydrofoil.

The museum is located in Baddeck, Nova Scotia.

Top things to do on Cape Breton Island - visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site Photo Credit Parks Canada Dale Wilson

A group of visitors scrutinize a selection of Bell artifacts in a collection room as they enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour delivered by a heritage presenter, during a White Glove Tour program, at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Photo Credit: Parks Canada Dale Wilson©

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site explores life as it was in 1744. This site is the largest historical reconstruction in North America.

The original site was destroyed in the 1760s. The fortress reconstruction started in the 1960s.

Top shore excursions of Sydney, Nova Scotia - One of the top things to do on Cape Breton Island - Visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, Nova Scotia

An animator dressed as a soldier of the Compagnies Franches de la Marine showing a visitor, wearing the same costume, how to fire a real musket during the “Fire a Musket, Have a Ball!” program, in front of the King’s Bastion, at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. Photo Credit: Parks Canada / Dale Wilson©

The Cabot Trail

World-famous Cabot Trail is one of North America’s most spectacular scenic drives. The highway offers breathtaking ocean views along the coastal as it twists and turns through picturesque fishing villages and Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

  • The Cabot Trail scenic highway is 298 km (185 miles) in length.

Top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia. What to see and do on the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It is one of the most scenic drives in Canada.

Top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia. What to see and do on the Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It is one of the most scenic drives in Canada.

Highland Village Museum Baile nan Gàidheal

Highland Village Museum Baile nan Gàidheal is a 40-acre site located in the town of Iona on Cape Breton Island.

Explore the village’s 11 historic buildings to experience what it was like to live in a Gaelic settlement in Nova Scotia. View the Highland Village webcam .

Top shore excursions and things to do in Sydney Nova Scotia Visit the Highland Village. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Top shore excursions and things to do in Sydney Nova Scotia. Visit the Highland Village Museum. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Top shore excursions and things to do in Sydney Nova Scotia .Visit the Highland Village. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Top shore excursions and things to do in Sydney Nova Scotia .Visit the Highland Village Museum. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Bras d’Or Lake

Bras d’Or Lake is a stunning inland sea and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve . Enjoy the tranquil lake setting, view marine wildlife and sea birds, hike, kayak, or take a chartered tour of the lake.

Top things to do Sydney, Nova Scotia. Visit Maskell's Harbour on Bras d'Or Lake. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Top things to do Sydney, Nova Scotia. Visit Maskell’s Harbour on Bras d’Or Lake. Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia©

Sydney Historic Walking Tour

The Sydney Historic Walking Tour starts at the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion.

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Historic Colonial homes in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Many are designated as a heritage property.

Historic Colonial homes in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Many are designated as a heritage property.

Cossit House Museum, Sydney

Visit the Cossit House Museum to learn earn about 18th-century life. The designated heritage site is a fine example of neo-classical Georgian architecture.

Museum staff dressed in period costume demonstrate traditional skills like candle-making, lace-making and butter-churning. Learn more and view a photo gallery .

This  museum is on the Historic Walking Tour of Sydney.

Canada and New England ports of call - TLearn about 18th century life with a visit to the Cossit House Museum in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The home is furnished with 18th century pieces and museum staff dressed in period costume demonstrate traditional skills like candle-making, lace-making and butter-churning. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Learn about 18th century life with a visit to the Cossit House Museum in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The home is furnished with 18th century pieces and museum staff dressed in period costume demonstrate traditional skills like candle-making, lace-making and butter-churning. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Antique toys displayed on a visit to the Cossit House Museum in Sydney, Nova Scotia, The architecture is neo-classical Georgian. The home is furnished with 18th century pieces and museum staff dressed in period costume demonstrate traditional skills like candle-making, lace-making and butter-churning. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Antique toys displayed on a visit to the Cossit House Museum in Sydney, Nova Scotia, The architecture is neo-classical Georgian. The home is furnished with 18th-century pieces and museum staff dressed in period costume demonstrate traditional skills like candle-making, lace-making and butter-churning. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Eat lobster

The Learn-to-Lobster Boil program at La Bloc , in Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a culinary treat. Savour the freshly cooked lobster on the rocky shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Eat the best lobster in Nova Scotia - A park interpreter plays the fiddle and shares tunes to visitors participating in a Learn-to-Lobster Boil program at La Bloc, in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Photo Credit: Parks Canada / Dale Wilson©

A park interpreter plays the fiddle and shares tunes to visitors participating in a Learn-to-Lobster Boil program at La Bloc , in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Photo Credit: Parks Canada / Dale Wilson©

Stroll through Sydney’s scenic Waterfront District and try some of the best lobster found on the east coast.

Eat some of the best lobster found on the east coast.

Eat some of the best lobster found on the east coast.

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design showcases the most recent designs by local artisans. Find a variety of media including pottery, textiles, glass and wood products, jewellery and visual art. The shop is located in Sydney’s Waterfront District at 322 Charlotte Street.

The World’s Largest Fiddle

Take a photo of the world’s largest fiddle. The fiddle, made of solid steel, stands about 60-feet high.  Its design represents the rich Celtic heritage and their love of folk music.

The fiddle is located at the Joan Harriss Cruise Ship Pavilion.

Browse inside the pavilion at the Big Fiddle Market. The market featuring over 50 local artisans and crafters is only open on cruise ship days.

Top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia. Sydney is a popular port for cruise ships. Holland America's Rotterdam arrives at the Joan Harris Pavilion. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

Top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia. Sydney is a popular port for cruise ships. Holland America’s Rotterdam arrives at the Joan Harris Pavilion. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

Quick Facts

  • Bras d’Or Lake is Canada’s only inland sea.
  • Fort Louisbourg is the largest historical reconstruction in North America. The French originally built the fort in 1713.
  • Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, at age 29.
  • Sydney was founded in 1785.
  • Sydney became a city in 1904.
  • Cape Breton Highland National Park has 26 hiking trails to explore.
  • Sydney has the world’s largest fiddle.
  • Celtic Colours International Festival runs for nine days in October and features the best of Celtic culture with dancers, singers and storytellers.

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  1. 15 Best Things to Do in Sydney (Nova Scotia, Canada)

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  2. The Great Scots Tour

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  3. Discover the Cabot Trail

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  4. 16 Things to Do in Sydney, Nova Scotia

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  6. 6 BEST Sydney (Nova Scotia) Shore Excursions: Things to Do, Cruise Day

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  1. THE 10 BEST Sydney Private Tours (Updated 2024)

    These experiences are best for private tours in Sydney: Private Heart Of The Island Tour in Nova Scotia; Baddeck & Bell Museum Tour; Shore Excursion of the Glenora Distillery in Cape Breton; Cabot Trail Private Full Day Tour; Private Cruise Excursion in Cape Breton; See more private tours in Sydney on Tripadvisor

  2. THE 10 BEST Sydney Tours & Excursions for 2024 (with Prices)

    10. City and Coastal Tour in Cape Breton Island. Historical Tours. 1-2 hours. On the City and Coastal Tour, you will explore all the corners of the City Of Sydney as well as the local coastal scenery…. Free cancellation. from. $49.

  3. Shore Excursions

    Shared and private small group shore excursion tours from the Port of Sydney, Nova Scotia. Shared and private small group shore excursion tours from the Port of Sydney, Nova Scotia. 0. ... Private Tour - $700 to $1,750 + tax CDN . Book your seat Great Scots Tour. Highlights include:

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    Blackwood Tours have been in business on Cape Breton Island for the past 10+ years giving cruise ship shore tours in Sydney NS, Baddeck, the Cabot Trail, Ingonish, the Highland Village and the Fortress of Louisburg.. All cruise ship excursion tours pickup and return passengers to the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This is where Blackwood Tours come in!

  7. 2024 Private Cruise Excursion in Cape Breton

    This product is a private tour, not a shared tour. Read more. from . $827.70. per group (up to 6) Lowest price guarantee Reserve now & pay later Free cancellation. ... Sydney Airport, Sydney, Nova Scotia Canada; Port pickup offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports. Port of Sydney, 90 Esplanade, Sydney ...

  8. Sydney, Nova Scotia Tours & Shore Excursions

    Discover the Cabot Trail. Price: $239.00 Sale Price: $199.00 Save: $40.00. Discover one of the best scenic drives in the world when you sign up for this Cabot Trail experience! Rich in history, culture, and renowned for its breath-taking scenery, no trip to Cape Breton is complete without a trip around the Cabot Trail. 3 Reviews. Full Details.

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    Visiting Sydney, Nova Scotia? You can't miss the spectacular Cabot Trail. See the best of it on a private Cabot trail tour with a friendly and experienced ToursByLocals guide! Find the perfect itinerary here, or contact a guide to customize your own Cabot Trail tour and explore the twists and turns in the road at your own pace.

  10. Local Private Tour Guide

    Brenda Y. North Sydney, NS, Canada. Born and raised on Cape Breton, I understand firsthand the diverse history and various cultures that call this island home. With a professional tourism background, I have local knowledge and over 20 years of tour guiding experience across Canada and the Caribbean. My immediate family has both a fishing and ...

  11. Small Group Sydney, Nova Scotia Tours

    Some of the must-visit attractions in Sydney, Nova Scotia are: Alexander Graham Bell Museum: Explore exhibits featuring artifacts from the Bell family and learn about the remarkable inventor. Fortress of Louisbourg: Step back in time with a visit to this living history museum and experience life in an 18th-century fortified town.

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    Book Your Tour Call for information for reservation:[email protected] Trip Previous image Next image The Cabot Trail - A New Adventure Around Every Turn A Discovery Tour of the World-famous Cabot Trail Duration: 6 - 8 hours Your journey around the Cabot Trail will delight and amaze you. A new discovery awaits around almost every turn

  13. The BEST Sydney, Nova Scotia Tours and Things to Do in 2024

    The best tours in Sydney, Nova Scotia are: Highlands National Park: Cabot Trail Tour w/ Ferry. Sydney: Highland Village & Bell Museum Cruise Excursion. From Sydney: Best of Cape Breton Island Small-Group Tour. Sydney Nova Scotia self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt. Sydney, NS: Murder Mystery Detective Experience.

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    Our first stop will be the Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum, a living history museum and culture center that celebrates the Gaelic experience in Nova Scotia. The site features Gaelic language and related cultural activities, traditional crafts and chores, costumed animators, farm animals, thou...

  17. Private Taste of Sydney

    Sydney served as the Cape Breton Island colony's capital, until 1820, when the colony merged with Nova Scotia and the capital moved to Halifax.Your private Taste of Sydney tour is the perfect way to get to take in the highlights of Sydney's charming character and fascinating history. This special, private tour affords you the opportunity to ...

  18. THE 10 BEST Sydney Private Tours (Updated 2024)

    These experiences are best for private tours in Sydney: Baddeck & Bell Museum Tour; Private Heart Of The Island Tour in Nova Scotia; Shore Excursion of the Glenora Distillery in Cape Breton; Cabot Trail Private Full Day Tour; Shore Excursion of the Fortress Of Louisburg in Cape Breton; See more private tours in Sydney on Tripadvisor

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  20. Highland Village

    Private Tour $600. 1-5 Passengers ... $1400. 9-13 Passengers $1800 . 14-24 Passengers. Book Now. Dig into the History of Cape Breton. Join Blackwood Tours at the Port of Sydney, Cape Breton for a scenic journey around Baddeck, Iona, and the Highland Village, Nova Scotia! ... As we travel along the Bras d'Or Lakes, we visit the Nova Scotia ...

  21. Top shore excursions for Sydney Nova Scotia

    The highway offers breathtaking ocean views along the coastal as it twists and turns through picturesque fishing villages and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The Cabot Trail scenic highway is 298 km (185 miles) in length. Top shore excursions for Sydney, Nova Scotia. What to see and do on the Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.

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    Sydney Private Day Tours | Main Attractions and Highlights | 6 Hour Private Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Sydney Private Day Tours | Main Attractions and Highlights | 6 Hour Private Tour on Tripadvisor.

  23. THE 10 BEST Sydney Shore Excursions (Updated 2024)

    THE 10 BEST Sydney Shore Excursions. 1. Shared Cruise Excursion - "Mini" Cabot Trail. The Cabot Trail Discovery Tour explores Nova Scotia's most iconic road trip. From the rugged coastlines and majestic mountains…. 2. Highland Village, Baddeck, Bell Museum Tour. Please Note!, we only offer 1 tour per ship, when booking please book with the ...